How many syllables in “dissimilarly”?
syllables in "dissimilarly"
Word details
Syllables
5
dis · si · mi · lar · ly
Letters
12
d · i · s · s · i · m · i · l · a · r · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “dissimilarly”
The word “dissimilarly” contains 5 syllables, divided as dis · si · mi · lar · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dissimilarly" have?
"dissimilarly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dissimilarly" into syllables?
"dissimilarly" is divided into syllables as: dis · si · mi · lar · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "dissimilarly"?
The Scrabble score for "dissimilarly" is 18 points.
Using “dissimilarly” in writing
"dissimilarly" (dis · si · mi · lar · ly) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “dissimilarly” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.